Sheppard Weekly Update: 7.24.23 Published July 24, 2023 By Mrs. Julie Svoboda 82 TRW Public Affairs SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- You must use the following link to submit your announcements: WEEKLY BRIEF SUBMISSION *DUE NLT 1300 EVERY WEDNESDAY* PHOTO STUDIO NEW: Hours are now 0830-1300. The last Tuesday of the month will be walk-in appointments. Come camera-ready. The Public Affairs photo studio is by APPOINTMENT ONLY on all other Tuesdays The photo studio is closed on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and all federal holidays Provide direct feedback to the installation command by clicking here (use a personal device to access link) FROM THE 82 TRW/TRSS Innovation Opportunities Seize these opportunities that could potentially reshape your career and make a significant impact on the defense industry! Share this information with anyone in your network who might be interested in taking part in any of these initiatives. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or require further information. Let's join forces in driving innovation and making a positive difference. Lone Star Spark Office: 82trw.lonestar.sparkcell@us.af.mil Spark Tank is live via GAIN - https://gain.il4.afwerx.dso.mil/spark-tank-2024 Spark Generator (Spark in a Box) is live via VISION - https://vision.il4.afwerx.dso.mil/ Project Mercury cohort applications are now open! Home - Project Mercury AFWERX Fall Fellowship application is live https://afwerx.com/join-us/traditional-fellowship-program/ FROM THE INTEGRATED RESILIENCE OFFICE For all Air Force and Space Force Civilians and their families, the Employee Assistance Program offers the following webinars. All are approximately 1 hr in length. Supplement Safety, July 27, at 1200. Join here: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1601385378?pwd=LzFwK3IxZkZBMjBXVG95VzRyOGdldz09 Meeting ID: 160 138 5378 Passcode: CHPS Supporting New Parent Employees’ Transition to Working Parent, July 27 at 1400. Join here: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/magellanhealth.adobeconnect.com/afdonwhs/__;!!A_Yfr0wlxos!2qhe6e1KcGuFTgUMNYp94m8Pn1GGk0smyrjkATTbO60Q8EurQXrLrFOBdE3TdZUFu3B08-mltQvKOhxpOJy9IaeMdw$ Investing: Risk Considerations & Taxes, July 27 For 1100, register here: https://mysecureadvantage.zoom.us/webinar/register/8116661162483/WN_LwdHaT8wQnWMmUqzJePj6Q For 1400, register here: https://mysecureadvantage.zoom.us/webinar/register/5016661167528/WN_Ts47xu1eRB2aJaWAS7bQsQ SHEPPARD SHOUTOUT Do you know an Airman with a unique or inspirational story, or who has recently accomplished an impressive achievement? Put them down below for the chance to be highlighted as a Sheppard Spotlight on social media! This is open to AiTs and permanent party. Please note that these stories/achievements should not be work-related (ACE graduates, ropes, etc.). Submit here: https://form.jotform.com/231293777485065 Please contact 2d Lt Lauren Niemi at lauren.niemi.5@us.af.mil with any questions/concerns. Safety Corner – 101 Critical Days of Summer: motorcycle safety Safety Corner – 101 Critical Days of Summer: Motorcycle Summer Riding Safety There are always riding tips and reminders year-round for our SAFB riders. With the recent motorcycle mishaps across the Air Force, we want to remind our riders to be situationally aware and Summer-safe on every ride. During the hot Texas months, remember these tips for a safe ride every time this Summer! Quick Tips Always wear a Department of Transportation (DoT) compliant helmet & other necessary PPE. Prepare for long rides, check for recalls, and be well rested. Stay hydrated to prepare for riding in the heat. Never ride while under the influence. Be mentally prepared & in a safe riding mindset. Take breaks from the sun and heat, just as you would at work. For more info: AFSEC - DAF Rider Safety Corner – 101 Critical Days of Summer: Look Twice for Motorcycles There are always riding tips and reminders year-round for our SAFB riders. With the recent motorcycle mishaps across the Air Force, we want to remind our non-riders to be situationally aware out on the roadways this summer. “Look Twice, Save a Life!” Quick Tips Share the road, be alert, & check your blind spots. Understand the safety challenges faced by motorcyclists such as size and visibility. Don’t drive distracted. Allow for greater following distance. For more info: NHTSA ; Driving-Tests.org FROM THE LANDING ZONE AiT EVENTS: •Karaoke Night When: Every Saturday at 1800 Where: Landing Zone (Bldg. 450) For more information, contact Sara Moeller at sara.moeller.1.ctr@us.af.mil FROM THE MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER Upcoming @ the Military & Family Readiness Center Jul 25: How to Become Debt Free / 1800-1900 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/105/1690326000000 Jul 31: USAJobs Workshop / 1000-1100 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/106/1690815600000 Jul 31: Civilian Resume Writing / 1300-1430 https://tockify.com/sheppard.mfrc/detail/107/1690826400000 Volunteer Opportunities • Faith Mission/Faith Refuge (940) 723-5663 faithmissionwf.org/volunteer Faith Mission Lunch, Faith Refuge Dinner, Noon Chapel Service, Evening Chapel Service • Habitat for Humanity (940) 716-9300 habitatwf.com Volunteers Work to Build Homes • Child Care Partners (940) 766-4332 childcarewf.org/give/volunteer Read stories to children Assist w/holiday parties Facility upkeep • Hospice Plus (940) 761-1611 Respite Volunteers Veteran to Veteran Volunteers Friendly Visitor Volunteers Office/Administrative Volunteers Food Prep Volunteers FROM THE 82D MEDICAL GROUP DO YOU NEED A SPORTS/SCHOOL PHYSICAL FOR YOUR CHILD/CHILDREN? If your child/children had a well-child visit in the past year, our Pediatric Clinic will complete any sports/school physical paperwork based off that exam. Simply bring your completed paperwork to the front desk at the Pediatric Clinic. All paperwork must be completed in its entirety. Our staff will complete the physical exam portion of the paperwork within 72 hours. If you are unsure of the date of your child’s last physical exam, please access the MHS Genesis Patient Portal or contact pediatric staff who will provide you with this information. Any patient who does not have an up-to-date wellness exam will need to call and schedule an appointment at 940-676-2273. If our appointment schedule does not meet your needs, providers in the local community offer sports/school physicals for a nominal fee. TRICARE does not cover sports/school physicals as a benefit, consequently this is an out-of-pocket expense. If your primary physician is in the community, please contact that office directly to schedule your child’s annual well physical. 1. Community Health Care Center, 200 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (940-766-6306) is holding a FREE sports/school physical day on 20 July from 1400-1700 and 8 Aug from 1400-1700, walk-in basis only – please complete all paperwork and medical history prior to arriving and bring glasses/contacts for the eye exam 2. Clinics of North Texas, 501 Midwestern Parkway (940-766-8791) has appointments and walk-in availability; Monday-Thursday 0800-1700 and Friday 0800-1100 ($45) 3. Community Med Family Urgent Care Clinic, 3310 Midwestern Parkway (1-940-488-4616) can be schedule online at https://communitymedcare.com/physicals/ (Currently $30 for a special limited time then increases to $49) 4. United Regional Physician Group/Care Plus, 4327 Barnett Road (940-764-5200) has both appointments and walk-in availability ($30) 5. Affordacare Urgent Care, 3701 Fairway Blvd (940-557-5320) has appointments and walk-in availability or book online at www.affordacare.com (start at $10) 6. Integrity Urgent Care, 4518 Kemp Blvd (940) 757-0234 has walk-in Availability ($35) The Texas UIL sport physical form is available at the following website: https://www.uiltexas.org/athletics/forms IN-SERVICE RECRUITER The In-Service Recruiter’s office provides Airmen valuable information about extending career opportunities after Active-Duty service or transitioning earlier. Questions or more information contact: MSgt Mistkowski: andrew.mistkowski.2@us.af.mil <mailto:andrew.mistkowski.2@us.af.mil> or 817-528-5042. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • Faith Mission/Faith Refuge (940) 723-5663 faithmissionwf.org/volunteer - Faith Mission Lunch - Faith Refuge Dinner - Noon Chapel Service - Evening Chapel Service • Habitat for Humanity (940) 716-9300 habitatwf.com Volunteers Work to Build Homes • Child Care Partners (940) 766-4332 childcarewf.org/give/volunteer - Read stories to children - Assist w/holiday parties - Facility upkeep • CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocates (940) 766-0552 casawf.org Committed individuals appointed by judges to guide one child or one set of siblings through the judicial system to safe, permanent homes as quickly as possible. Base Camp Lindsey (BCL) -- #endveteranhomelessness//Check out BCLs FB Page Call (940) 613-3172 or E-mail bcladmin@ntvrf.com for more details -Volunteers for BCL Workdays (various building improvement projects) -Volunteers for monthly "Stand Down" for Homeless (including vets) -Volunteers for various fundraising events Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Wichita Falls Big Brothers Big Sisters is a mentor-based program where we match youths (Littles) with adult mentors (Bigs), and we are always looking for new mentors.